Description

Since 2006, the Contemporary China Studies Program (CCSP) has offered overseas students the opportunity to study Chinese governance and foreign relations in English while living in China's capital city. CCSP draws students from all over the world, fostering a unique multidisciplinary and multinational environment in which diverse backgrounds and experiences enhance rigorous academic study.

CCSP will accept applicants from Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.

The language of instruction and administration for CCSP is ENGLISH. There is no Chinese language prerequisite for entry into the Program. Graduates earn the Master of Law degree.

The Contemporary China Studies Program (CCSP) resides within the School of International Studies at Renmin University (Renda), China's premier institution of higher learning in the humanities and social sciences. Renda's tradition of research and teaching excellence provides an unmatched foundation for educating top foreign students in the fundamentals of Chinese politics, society, and foreign relations. The university's vibrant academic community enriches students' experiences well beyond the classroom.

The two-year master's program provides a comprehensive introduction to the economy, politics, law, society, and foreign policy of contemporary China. In the second year, the program supports students as they conduct independent research on a topic of their choosing.

CCSP welcomes applicants from all countries other than the People's Republic of China. Additionally, a limited number of slots will be available for students from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, provided they are proceeding directly from an undergraduate degree program. If you are applying from one of those locations, please contact the Program for additional information.

Highlights

CCSP is comprised of three components: courses, visits, and thesis.

Visits - Each spring semester first-year students visit approximately ten government organizations, research institutions, enterprises, and sites in the Chinese countryside to gain a greater appreciation for contemporary Chinese life. Previous destinations have included the China Institute of International Studies, the Shougang Group, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, SINA Corporation, and Zhongguancun.

Thesis - In the second year each student conducts independent research and defends a dissertation of roughly 10,000 words in length before a faculty committee. Students work closely with their faculty mentors to define a focused topic and research process.

Minimum Education

Bachelors

Subject Areas

• Asian Studies
• Chinese Language
• East Asian Studies

Cost in US$:

8,800

Program Fees Include:

Estimate for one academic year's tuition, fees, and course materials.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Every year CCSP offers a limited number of scholarships to help cover a portion of students' tuition expenses. For first-year students, scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated financial need. In the second year, the School of International Studies (SIS) Academic Committee will also consider academic performance when allocating financial awards. Scholarship recipients may be asked to assist SIS faculty with academic research and English composition. Please note that under no circumstances will the value of a scholarship exceed the cost of tuition. ALL students are responsible for covering the costs of accommodations, course materials, and other living expenses. Applicants who want to be considered for a scholarship must submit the Scholarship Application Form with their application materials. Applicants selected for scholarship will be informed in their admission notifications.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Written Application
• Transcript

Renmin University of China's Mission Statement

Since 2006, the Contemporary China Studies Program (CCSP) has offered overseas students the opportunity to study Chinese governance and foreign relations in English while living in China's capital city. CCSP draws students from all over the world, fostering a unique multidisciplinary and multinational environment in which diverse backgrounds and experiences enhance rigorous academic study.

Year Founded

2006